June 1, 2026| Declared by IIT Roorkee| jeeadv.ac.in

The wait is finally over. IIT Roorkee has declared the JEE Advanced 2026 results. From the all-India topper to scorecard download steps, eligibility criteria, and JoSAA counselling dates — this is your one-stop guide.

RESULT DECLARED — June 1, 2026

IIT Roorkee has officially released JEE Advanced 2026 results at jeeadv.ac.in. A total of 56,880 candidates have qualified for IIT admission this year.

Table of Contents

1. Result at a Glance
2. 2026 Toppers List
3. How to Check Your Scorecard
4. Important Dates
5. Eligibility Criteria
6. JoSAA Counselling 2026
7. Preparation Tips (For 2027 Aspirants)
8. Common Mistakes to Avoid
9. Key Takeaways
10. FAQs

JEE Advanced 2026 Result — At a Glance

The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Roorkee — the organising institute for JEE Advanced 2026 — officially declared the results on June 1, 2026. The exam was held on May 17, 2026, in two papers (Paper 1 and Paper 2).

Here are the headline numbers that every aspirant needs to know:

• Total registered candidates: 1,87,389
• Candidates who appeared (both papers): 1,79,694
• Candidates who qualified: 56,880
• All-India Rank 1 (CRL): Shubham Kumar — IIT Delhi Zone — 330/360 marks
• Top female candidate (CRL): Arohi Deshpande — IIT Delhi Zone — CRL 77 — 280/360 marks
• Official result website: jeeadv.ac.in

📌 Zone Dominance: Candidates from the IIT Delhi zone swept the top three positions in the Common Rank List (CRL) in 2026 — a rare and remarkable achievement that reflects the strength of preparation culture in North India.

JEE Advanced 2026 Toppers List

The spotlight shines brightest on those who cracked this notoriously demanding exam. Here are the top performers in the Common Rank List (CRL) for JEE Advanced 2026:

🥇 AIR 1 — Overall Topper

Shubham Kumar

IIT Delhi Zone

330 / 360 marks

🥇 Top Female Candidate

Arohi Deshpande

IIT Delhi Zone — CRL 77

280 / 360 marks

💡 Insight: The IIT Delhi zone’s dominance this year continues a strong trend. In 2024, Ved Lahoti (IIT Delhi zone) topped with 355/360 — the highest score in JEE Advanced history at the time. Consistent preparation culture and coaching density in Delhi-NCR play a major role.

Zone-Wise Performance Snapshot

IIT Roorkee organises the exam and also compiles zone-wise statistics. While the full zone-wise list is available on the official portal, IIT Delhi zone’s top-three sweep in 2026 CRL marks a significant milestone.

How to Download Your JEE Advanced 2026 Scorecard

Your scorecard is your gateway to IIT admission through JoSAA. Follow these steps precisely to download it without errors:

1. Go to the official website: jeeadv.ac.in
2. Click on “JEE Advanced 2026 Result” on the homepage
3. Log in using your JEE Advanced 2026 Registration Number and Date of Birth
4. Your scorecard with subject-wise marks and All-India Rank (AIR) will appear
5. Download and print the scorecard — save it in PDF format for future use
6. Cross-check your name, registration number, and category details carefully

Important: The JEE Advanced scorecard is NOT your hall ticket. Keep both documents separately. You will need the scorecard at the time of JoSAA document verification and IIT reporting.

What the Scorecard Contains

• Subject-wise marks (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics) for Paper 1 and Paper 2
• Aggregate marks and Common Rank List (CRL) rank
• Category rank (OBC-NCL, SC, ST, EWS, PwD as applicable)
• Zone rank
• Qualifying status (Qualified / Not Qualified)

JEE Advanced 2026 — All Important Dates

Staying on top of dates is critical. Missing a single deadline — especially in JoSAA counselling — can cost you your seat. Here is a complete timeline:

Event	Date	Status
JEE Advanced 2026 Exam (Paper 1 & 2)	May 17, 2026	✓ Done
JEE Advanced 2026 Result Declaration	June 1, 2026	LIVE
JoSAA 2026 Counselling Registration Begins	June 2, 2026	Tomorrow
JoSAA 2026 Choice Filling Window	June 2–June 2026 (ongoing)	Upcoming
JoSAA Round 1 Seat Allotment	Expected: mid-June 2026	Upcoming
Total JoSAA Rounds	6 Rounds (June – Sept 2026)	Upcoming
JEE Advanced AAT 2026 (Architecture Aptitude Test)	To be announced at jeeadv.ac.in	Upcoming

JoSAA Registration Tip: Registration opens on June 2, 2026, at josaa.nic.in. Use your JEE Main roll number and JEE Advanced password. Do NOT wait until the last day — server traffic is extremely heavy at deadlines.

JEE Advanced Eligibility Criteria — Know Before You Apply

Clearing JEE Advanced is only one part of the equation. To actually secure a seat in an IIT, you must meet all eligibility conditions. Here is a clear breakdown:

1. Performance in Class 12 / Equivalent Exam

• Candidates must have scored at least 75% aggregate marks in Class 12 (or equivalent) to be eligible for IIT admission via JoSAA.
• For SC/ST/PwD candidates, the threshold is 65% aggregate marks.
• Alternatively, candidates must be in the top 20 percentile of their respective board in Class 12.
• Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics must be compulsory subjects in Class 12.

2. Year of Passing

• Candidates who appeared for Class 12 (or equivalent) for the first time in 2025 or 2026 are eligible for JEE Advanced 2026.
• Those who passed Class 12 in 2024 or earlier are NOT eligible.

3. JEE Main Performance

• Only the top 2,50,000 candidates from JEE Main 2026 (across both sessions) are eligible to sit for JEE Advanced.
• This top 2.5 lakh list is category-wise and includes GEN-EWS, OBC-NCL, SC, ST, and PwD sub-limits.

4. Number of Attempts

• A candidate can attempt JEE Advanced a maximum of two times in consecutive years.
• If you appeared in 2025 and qualified, you can appear again in 2026 — but this counts as your second attempt.

5. Prior IIT Admission

• Candidates who have been previously admitted to an IIT (even if they took admission and later withdrew) are NOT eligible for JEE Advanced.
• Exception: candidates who accepted a preparatory course seat at an IIT can appear again.

Critical Note: Satisfying JEE Advanced eligibility alone does not guarantee IIT admission. You must ALSO meet the Class 12 percentage requirement (75% or 65%) at the time of document verification. Failing this even after JoSAA seat allotment results in cancellation.

JoSAA Counselling 2026 — Your Path to an IIT Seat

Qualifying JEE Advanced is only step one. Securing a seat in your preferred IIT branch requires navigating the Joint Seat Allocation Authority (JoSAA) counselling process intelligently.

JoSAA 2026 Process — Step by Step

1. Register at josaa.nic.in using your JEE Main roll number and JEE Advanced password (opens June 2, 2026)
2. Fill choices — select and rank your preferred IIT + branch combinations. You can modify choices multiple times before the window closes
3. Seat Allotment (Round 1) — based on your rank, category, and choice order
4. Accept or Float — Accept your seat (confirmed); Float (accept current but stay in pool for a better seat in the next round); or Slide
5. Pay seat acceptance fee — ₹35,000 for General/OBC-NCL/EWS; ₹15,000 for SC/ST/PwD
6. Document verification — report to the allotted institute’s document verification centre with originals
7. Repeat for subsequent rounds (up to 6 rounds total)

Strategy Tip: Always fill the maximum number of choices and rank them genuinely by preference — not just by institute prestige. A branch you love at IIT Roorkee can be better for your career than a branch you dislike at IIT Bombay.

Documents Required for JoSAA / IIT Reporting

• JEE Advanced 2026 scorecard (downloaded from jeeadv.ac.in)
• Class 10 certificate and marksheet (for date of birth proof)
• Class 12 certificate and marksheet (original + copies)
• Category certificate (OBC-NCL/SC/ST/EWS/PwD) — if applicable, must be issued by competent authority
• Provisional seat allotment letter from JoSAA
• Passport-size photographs (6–8 copies)
• Aadhar card or valid government ID
• Medical certificate (for PwD candidates)

Preparation Tips for JEE Advanced 2027 Aspirants

If this year was not your year, the good news is that JEE Advanced rewards consistent, deep preparation. Here is what the toppers and coaching veterans consistently recommend:

Build Conceptual Depth, Not Just Formula Memory

JEE Advanced is deliberately designed to test conceptual understanding, not rote learning. A question may combine concepts from three different chapters — and the ability to think on your feet comes only from truly understanding the “why” behind every formula and theorem.

Master the Syllabus Thoroughly

JEE Advanced covers a fixed syllabus in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics. Unlike JEE Main, the Advanced paper has no predictable pattern — any topic can be tested at depth. Complete all topics without skipping.

High-Yield Chapters to Prioritize

• Physics: Mechanics, Electrostatics, Optics, Modern Physics, Rotational Motion
• Chemistry: Physical Chemistry (Equilibrium, Electrochemistry), Organic Chemistry (Named Reactions, GOC), Inorganic (Periodic Table, Coordination Compounds)
• Mathematics: Calculus (Differential + Integral), Coordinate Geometry, Algebra (Matrices, Probability, Complex Numbers)

Solve Previous Year Papers Religiously

Solving JEE Advanced papers from the past 10–15 years is non-negotiable. This reveals the question style, difficulty level, and the examiner’s mindset. Do NOT just read solutions — solve papers under timed conditions.

Topper’s Insight: Shubham Kumar’s success (and that of past toppers) reflects one truth: consistency over 2 years beats cramming in the final month. Start daily practice from Class 11 and review weak areas ruthlessly.

Common Mistakes Students Make After JEE Advanced Results

Getting the result is just the beginning. Here are pitfalls that cost students dearly — and how to avoid them:

• Not registering for JoSAA on time: Registration starts June 2, 2026. Missing it = missing IIT admission entirely. Set a reminder now.
• Filling only 2–3 choices: Always fill 20–30 choices minimum. More choices = better chance of securing a seat you’re happy with in later rounds.
• Confusing “Float” and “Slide” options: Float means you are happy with your current seat but want a better one; Slide means you want a better branch in the same institute. Understand these before you click.
• Not verifying Class 12 percentage eligibility early: If you are right at the 75% borderline, check your board’s official marksheet immediately. Marginal cases have lost IIT seats at verification.
• Ignoring the seat acceptance fee deadline: Missing the fee deadline permanently cancels your candidature in all subsequent JoSAA rounds.
• Choosing branch purely on public perception: Computer Science is not the only successful path from an IIT. Choose what aligns with your actual interests and career goals.

Key Takeaways

• JEE Advanced 2026 result declared on June 1, 2026, by IIT Roorkee at jeeadv.ac.in
• Shubham Kumar (IIT Delhi Zone) tops with 330/360 marks; Arohi Deshpande is the top female candidate (CRL 77)
• 56,880 candidates qualified out of 1,79,694 who appeared in both papers
• JoSAA 2026 counselling registration begins June 2, 2026, at josaa.nic.in — 6 rounds in total
• IIT admission requires a minimum 75% in Class 12 (65% for SC/ST/PwD) in addition to JEE Advanced rank
• Category certificates must be from competent authority — do not take shortcuts here
• Seat acceptance fee: ₹35,000 (General/OBC-NCL/EWS) | ₹15,000 (SC/ST/PwD)

Conclusion

JEE Advanced is more than an examination — it is a rite of passage for India’s engineering aspirants. The 2026 results mark another chapter in this tradition, with Shubham Kumar’s remarkable 330/360 score symbolising what focussed, disciplined preparation can achieve.

If you have qualified — congratulations. Register for JoSAA immediately, fill choices wisely, and keep your documents ready. If this year did not go as planned, remember that many of India’s most successful engineers faced setbacks before finding their path. The preparation habits you build now will serve you regardless of which institution you attend.

Bookmark this page, check the official JEE Advanced portal and JoSAA website regularly, and do not miss any deadline. Your IIT dream is achievable — next step starts tomorrow.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

When was JEE Advanced 2026 result declared and where can I check it? ▼

JEE Advanced 2026 result was declared on June 1, 2026, by IIT Roorkee. You can check and download your scorecard at the official website: jeeadv.ac.in. Log in using your registration number and date of birth.

Who is the JEE Advanced 2026 topper and what score did they get? ▼

Shubham Kumar from the IIT Delhi zone secured All India Rank 1 (AIR 1) in JEE Advanced 2026 with a score of 330 out of 360 marks. Arohi Deshpande, also from the IIT Delhi zone, is the top-ranked female candidate with CRL 77, scoring 280 out of 360.

How many candidates qualified JEE Advanced 2026? ▼

A total of 56,880 candidates qualified JEE Advanced 2026. Out of 1,87,389 registered candidates, 1,79,694 appeared for both Paper 1 and Paper 2, which were held on May 17, 2026.

When does JoSAA 2026 counselling registration start and what are the key dates? ▼

JoSAA 2026 counselling registration begins on June 2, 2026, at josaa.nic.in. The process includes 6 rounds of seat allotment extending through June–September 2026. The seat acceptance fee is ₹35,000 for General/OBC-NCL/EWS candidates and ₹15,000 for SC/ST/PwD candidates.

What is the minimum Class 12 percentage needed for IIT admission after JEE Advanced? ▼

Candidates must have scored at least 75% aggregate marks in Class 12 (or equivalent board exam) to be eligible for IIT admission via JoSAA 2026. For SC, ST, and PwD category candidates, the threshold is 65%. Alternatively, being in the top 20 percentile of your respective board also satisfies this requirement.

Can I appear for JEE Advanced 2026 if I appeared in 2025 as well? ▼

Yes, you can. A candidate is allowed a maximum of two attempts in consecutive years. If 2025 was your first attempt, 2026 would be your second and final attempt under current rules. However, you must meet the Class 12 year-of-passing eligibility (first-time in 2025 or 2026).

What documents do I need for JoSAA 2026 document verification? ▼

You need: JEE Advanced 2026 scorecard, Class 10 and Class 12 marksheets and certificates, category certificate (if applicable) from a competent authority, JoSAA provisional allotment letter, passport-size photographs, Aadhar card or valid government ID, and a medical certificate for PwD candidates.

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